The Root of All Success with The Real Jason Duncan

What if you could build a tech company used by millions—without spending a dollar on marketing or hiring a team? In this in-person episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan sits down with Don Sevcik, founder of MathCelebrity.ai, a math tutoring AI platform serving over 8 million users annually—organically. Don shares how he turned a tutoring side hustle into a global platform using SEO, smart design, and relentless focus. From writing books to battling Common Core confusion, Don’s journey proves you don’t need VC money, paid ads, or a big team to make a massive impact. 🔑 Takeaways from this episode: How Don bootstrapped a global edtech company with zero ad spend Why pattern recognition (not hype) is the key to smart scaling What sparked the idea for MathCelebrity.ai How SEO outperformed every growth hack What authorship taught him about product simplicity Why entrepreneurs should master inversion thinking The secret to creating sticky user experiences Staying lean, focused, and global—without burnout 👉 Want to grow your impact without growing your overhead? 💡 Subscribe to The Root of All Success and visit mathcelebrity.ai to explore Don’s work. Don Sevcik’s Website Link:  www.liquidliner.com Don Sevcik’s Social Media Link: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mathcelebrity Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/donsevcik YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/Mathcelebrity Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine losing your dream job—and turning that loss into a multi-million-dollar business you barely have to operate. In this special crossover episode, Jason Duncan joins Mike Stohler on The Richer Geek Podcast to share how he went from laid-off schoolteacher to award-winning entrepreneur and founder of the Exeter Club. Jason dives deep into how most entrepreneurs accidentally build themselves into prisons—and how he created the Exit Without Exiting method to help business owners build wealth, freedom, and legacy without burning out. Jason shares honest lessons about mistakes he made, the power of focus, and why exiting doesn’t have to mean selling. If you're an entrepreneur stuck in the grind, this conversation will give you a proven blueprint to scale smartly—and live fully. 🔑 Takeaways from this episode: Why “job security” is a myth—and how to pivot wisely How Jason accidentally built a business with no exit plan The three tiers of entrepreneurship: operator, manager, investor Why 97% of entrepreneurs stay stuck in operator mode How Exit Without Exiting became Jason’s signature method Why diversifying too fast can ruin your momentum How to scale through systems, not sacrifice The mindset shift every founder needs to achieve true freedom 👉 Tired of building a business that owns you? 💡 Subscribe to The Root of All Success and get Jason’s free resources at therealjasonduncan.com. Jason's Website Link   Jason's Social Media Facebook Instagram Linkedin Youtube Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your biggest frustration at work could become your biggest opportunity? In this in-person episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan sits down with Tyler Dunagin, founder of TurnServe, to explore how he left a comfortable corporate career, solved a personal business pain point, and scaled a company to over 1000% growth—landing on the Inc. 5000 list. Tyler shares how TurnServe evolved from a simple turnover services company into a scalable platform with self-performing brands, private equity backing, and a growing national footprint. If you're stuck inside a system that isn't working, Tyler’s story will inspire you to build something better, think bigger, and create lasting impact through entrepreneurship. 🔑 Takeaways from this episode: Why you should start businesses to solve real-world problems How Tyler scaled TurnServe without losing culture or quality The importance of building systems with the end in mind What most entrepreneurs get wrong about scaling fast How to attract private equity backing (and what investors really look for) Why culture and innovation must evolve together How Tyler views entrepreneurship as his professional playground Lessons on managing explosive growth while maintaining mission focus 👉 Ready to turn your frustration into your fortune? Who is Tyler Dunagin? In 2018, Tyler Dunagin founded Turnserv, a platform delivering market-leading solutions and partnering with some of the largest property management companies in the industry. Under Tyler's leadership as CEO, the company achieved over 1,000% revenue growth, expanded to multiple locations, and secured private equity backing. These milestones landed Turnserv within the top 500 of the Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious list celebrating America’s fastest-growing companies. Throughout his entrepreneurial journey, Tyler has been nominated for multiple industry awards, including EY's Entrepreneur of the Year, recognized by Crain's and numerous other publications, and has appeared as a guest on some of the most prominent podcasts in the field. Tyler began his professional journey managing single-family real estate investments and flipping houses for investors. By his mid-twenties, he was overseeing $250 million in assets under management in the multifamily real estate market. In his late twenties, he left corporate America to pursue an opportunity to provide innovative solutions for the multifamily market he knew so well. Tyler Dunagin’s Website Link:  www.liquidliner.com Tyler Dunagin’s Social Media Link:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerdunagin/ https://x.com/tylerjdunagin Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine getting laid off from a "secure" government job right after welcoming your fourth child—and turning that setback into a thriving real estate investing empire! In this special in-person interview, Jason Duncan sits down with Dustin Heiner, founder of Master Passive Income, to reveal how he went from employee to financially free entrepreneur through passive income strategies. Dustin shares how one $317 rental property became the catalyst for quitting his 9-to-5 at age 37, how to build financial freedom without risking everything, and the biggest mindset shifts that helped him succeed in the competitive world of real estate. 👉 Whether you're just getting started in real estate investing or looking for inspiration to leave your corporate job behind, this episode will show you how to create real wealth and live life on your own terms! 🔑 Takeaways: How Dustin bought his first rental property with little risk The real steps to achieving passive income fast Why traditional "job security" is often a myth How mindset impacts your wealth-building journey First action steps if you want to create financial independence through real estate Who is Dustin Heiner? Dustin Heiner is a real estate investing expert and the Founder of MasterPassiveIncome.com and the Real Estate Wealth Builders Conference (REWBCON). Becoming successfully unemployed at 37 by investing in real estate rental properties, he is now on a mission to help 1 MILLION people invest in real estate and achieve financial freedom. Through his work at MasterPassiveIncome.com and REWBCON, Dustin Heiner has become one of the leading experts in real estate rental properties. Dustin started MasterPassiveIncome.com from his home in 2015 while working full-time, being married with four children, owning and operating two other businesses, and actively investing in real estate. He is passionate about his mission to help others become successfully unemployed and never need a job again. Since then, Dustin Heiner has helped countless people start investing in real estate rental properties. Even for those living in expensive cities, he teaches strategies to invest successfully across the country. Dustin Heiner’s Website Link:  www.masterpassiveincome.com Dustin Heiner’s Social Media Link:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasterPassiveInc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/masterpassiveincome Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do if you lost your dream job overnight? In this special episode, Jason Duncan shares his raw and inspiring journey from schoolteacher to multimillion-dollar entrepreneur. Interviewed by Phil Risher on The Phlash Podcast, Jason walks through the pivotal moments that forced him to leave teaching and launch a business with no prior experience—eventually leading him to create the "Exit Without Exiting" framework that helps entrepreneurs regain their freedom without giving up their companies. From closing multimillion-dollar lighting contracts without knowing what he was doing, to fighting financial struggles, burnout, and regret, Jason gets real about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship—and how he helps other business owners avoid the same mistakes. How Jason closed his first multimillion-dollar deal (by accident) Why relationships and persistence matter more than "knowing it all" How financial stress nearly stole precious moments with family The painful lessons from the "eye off the ball" moment What "Exit Without Exiting" really means and why it matters Why entrepreneurs must watch their finances like a hawk How to truly be present in your business and life The key difference between owner-operators, owner-managers, and owner-investors 👉 If you're an entrepreneur chasing growth but risking burnout, this episode is your blueprint for building wealth—and freedom—on your own terms. 🔑 Takeaways from this episode: How Jason closed his first multimillion-dollar deal (by accident) Why relationships and persistence matter more than "knowing it all" How financial stress nearly stole precious moments with family The painful lessons from the "eye off the ball" moment What "Exit Without Exiting" really means and why it matters Why entrepreneurs must watch their finances like a hawk How to truly be present in your business and life The key difference between owner-operators, owner-managers, and owner-investors Jason's Website Link   Jason's Social Media Facebook Instagram Linkedin Youtube Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you sell over 100 companies and still feel empty inside? In this episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan sits down with Eddie Wilson, known as The King of Exits, to talk about the reality behind selling businesses, what most entrepreneurs miss when chasing success, and how to build something truly lasting—personally and professionally. Eddie has owned more than 125 businesses and exited over 100 of them. But it wasn’t until he hit rock bottom emotionally—after selling 76 companies for over $1 billion—that he realized real success isn’t about exits. It’s about time, purpose, and intentionality. Eddie shares hard-earned lessons about financial readiness, emotional health, and the legacy-building mindset that changed his life. 🔑 Takeaways from this episode: What Eddie learned from losing $30M in his first unintentional exit The five phases of business every entrepreneur goes through Why most business owners build a prison they can’t escape How to systematize your business using the Empire Operating System The three pillars of time, wealth, and purpose—and why purpose matters most The truth about post-exit depression (and how to avoid it) How philanthropy became Eddie’s most fulfilling venture Why you need to stop chasing money and start tracking time 👉 If you're building a business but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled—this episode will shift your mindset. 💡 Subscribe to The Root of All Success and share this episode with someone chasing exits but missing meaning. Who is Eddie Wilson? Eddie Wilson is a businessman known as the “King of Exits.” He has owned over 125 companies and exited over 85 of them successfully. His current private equity firm Collective Influence has significant holdings as well. The PE firm owns Think Realty, American Association of Private Lenders, Apticode, FitCon, Tax-Free Crypto, Because Coffee, The Power Room, Money Is, and around 10 other companies.   Eddie is also known for creating an operating system that systematically manages his company's growth, allowing him the greatest odds for success. His operating system is known as the Empire Operating System   With all of his success in his 40s, he has turned his efforts to humanitarian non-profit activities with his foundation, Impact Others. Eddie Wilson’s Website Link:  https://aspiretour.com/ Eddie Wilson’s Social Media Link:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eddiewilsonofficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eddie_wilson3 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EddieWilsonIII LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiewilsonofficial/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the path to generational wealth didn’t involve tenants, toilets, or even touching real estate?In this episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan welcomes Jack Bosch, a German immigrant who came to the U.S. with two suitcases and no money—and went on to build a real estate empire through land flipping. Jack shares how he developed the Forever Cash model, a system for transforming short-term gains into lifelong wealth.You’ll hear how he and his wife flipped over 5,000 land deals, navigated the 2008 crash without going under, and shifted from quick flips to a wealth strategy that will outlast generations. If you’re still chasing quick cash, this episode may just flip your mindset.🔑 Takeaways from this episode: What “Forever Cash” means and why it changes the wealth game How land flipping works (and why it’s an untapped goldmine) The biggest misconceptions about land vs. house flipping Jack’s #1 rule for building wealth without burnout Why living below your means is the real flex The mindset shift from earning to accumulating How to delay gratification—and enjoy it Building a business your kids want to inherit 👉 Ready to build wealth that outlives you?💡 Subscribe to The Root of All Success and share this episode with anyone chasing more than just the next paycheck.Who is Jack Bosch?Jack Bosch is a real estate investor, financial expert, and bestselling author who turned his journey from arriving in the U.S. with two suitcases into a multi-million-dollar land business. Originally from Germany, he and his wife, Michelle, have flipped over 5,000 properties and developed the “Forever Cash” model, helping over 1,000 people build wealth through their educational programs. Jack has been featured on top real estate podcasts and is the host of The Jack Bosch Show. With expertise in land flipping, seller financing, and multi-family investing, he has built a following of over 300k on social media.Jack Bosch’s Website Link: www.landprofitgenerator.comJack Bosch’s Social Media Link:https://www.instagram.com/jack.bosch/https://www.facebook.com/joachim.bosch.1Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think working 24/7 is the only path to success? Think again.In this episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan sits down with Dr. Camilla Moore, a stress and burnout expert, entrepreneur, and certified instructor at Harvard’s Benson Henry Institute. With a powerful blend of science, personal experience, and practical wisdom, Camilla shares what most entrepreneurs get wrong about stress—and how it could be silently sabotaging your business, health, and happiness.After building and selling a multi-six-figure practice, surviving COVID as a new mom in healthcare, and facing her own breaking point, Camilla now helps leaders and high-achievers reclaim their energy and rewire their approach to success—without burning out in the process.🔑 Takeaways from this episode: The difference between stress and burnout (and why it matters) How stress physiologically impacts decision-making and leadership A simple exercise to identify your biggest energy drains The SMART program and how it reduces stress by 40% in 8 weeks What most founders get wrong about self-care and rest How to spot burnout before it’s too late The power of alignment between your inner and outer self Why knowing who you are is the foundation of real success 👉 If you're tired of hustling without healing, this episode will give you the tools to slow down, recover, and show up stronger.Who is Dr. Camilla Moore?Dr. Camilla Moore is a diplomate in the American Academy of Lifestyle Medicine who specializes in stress management and burnout with women over 40. She has: 16 years of clinical practice as a Doctor of Chiropractic Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine through the American Academy of Lifestyle Medicine Registered Yoga Teacher Certified Clinical Instructor for Harvard University designed Stress Management and Resiliency Training (SMART) Program Regular Guest Lecturer at Brown University Medical School Corporate Wellness Consultant for major companies including Titleist and FootJoy Started, built, and sold multi-six figure business in five years Dr. Moore is a certified instructor for the SMART Program, developed by the prestigious Benson Henry Mind-Body Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital (an affiliate of Harvard Medical School). Dr. Camilla Moore’s Website Link: www.thewellnesscabinet.coDr. Camilla Moore’s Social Media Link:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camilla-moore-dc/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcamillamoore/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when a small-town entrepreneur takes on an $8 billion global giant—and wins?In this powerful episode, Jason Duncan sits down with R.T. Custer, founder of Vortic Watch Company, to talk about what it really means to bet everything on a vision, fight Goliath in court, and still come out swinging.From getting sued by the Swatch Group (the world’s largest watchmaker) to almost losing his business, business partner, and life partner, R.T. shares the unfiltered journey of resilience, reinvention, and staying true to the American dream. He also opens up about the dark side of entrepreneurship and how he’s building more than a business—he’s building a legacy rooted in craftsmanship, transparency, and asking the right questions.🔑 Takeaways from this episode:How Vortic Watch Company started—and why it almost didn’t make itWhat it’s like to go to court against a billion-dollar companyThe financial and emotional cost of standing your groundWhy asking for help is the most underrated business skillHow R.T. balances multiple brands without losing focusThe future of American manufacturing and skilled tradesHow to build a mission-driven company that employees are proud of👉 If you’ve ever felt like the underdog, this episode is your reminder that persistence pays off.Who is R.T. Custer?R.T. Custer is a serial entrepreneur dedicated to building a legacy through his products and services. In 2014, he co-founded Vortic Watch Company with Tyler Wolfe, transforming antique American pocket watches into unique wristwatches through their American Artisan Series. Their mission to "preserve American history one watch at a time" nearly ended when they were sued by the SWATCH Group in a six-year legal battle. In 2021, they won, setting a legal precedent for upcycling.Born on a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania, R.T. comes from a long line of entrepreneurs and believes in the power of nurture over nature. His core values—Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Freedom, and Wealth—guide his business and life. He is now writing American Dreamers: The David v Goliath Story Defending The Right to Upcycle, first as a YouTube docuseries before turning it into a book using AI and expert copywriters. His favorite quote, “Plant trees under whose shade you’ll never sit,” reflects his commitment to long-term impact.R.T. Custer’s Website Link: vorticwatches.comR.T. Custer’s Social Media Link:https://www.instagram.com/vorticwatchesLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling overwhelmed trying to do it all? Wondering if it’s finally time to hire a right-hand leader to help scale your business? This episode will show you what it really takes to let go and grow.On this episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan welcomes Maggie Olson, founder of Nova Chief of Staff, to unpack the misunderstood and often underestimated role of a Chief of Staff. From leading internal transformation at T-Mobile to building the world’s first Chief of Staff certification program, Maggie shares her personal story and expert insight on how business leaders can stop spinning their wheels and start leading with purpose.🔑 Takeaways from this episode: How to know when it’s time to hire a Chief of Staff The critical difference between an EA and a Chief of Staff What visionary CEOs get wrong when hiring The true cost (and ROI) of hiring a Chief of Staff What to expect from Nova’s training and placement programs How to stop "idea whiplash" and bring alignment to your team Why strong leadership isn’t about control—it’s about clarity Whether you’re a startup founder, a growing CEO, or a solo entrepreneur who feels buried in execution, this conversation is packed with real-world advice to help you reclaim your time and refocus on what matters most.Who is Maggie Olson?Maggie Olson is the Founder of Nova Chief of Staff, the premier and first-of-its-kind destination for Chief of Staff education, certification, and development. She has 20 years of experience in retail, food and beverage, and technology sectors and has held leadership roles at Nordstrom and T-Mobile. At T-Mobile, Maggie's impressive work led her to become the first Chief of Staff to the President of the T-Mobile Business Group. In this role, she built the Chief of Staff model from the ground up, creating a highly efficient team and establishing an executive back-office structure, supporting the President, SVPs, and over 5,000 employees. She also built a Chief of Staff team, defining all roles, processes, and systems. Through Nova Chief of Staff, Maggie continues to shape the future of business leadership, providing the tools and resources necessary for Chiefs of Staff to excel in their roles and drive company success.Maggie’s Website Link: https://www.novachiefofstaff.com/Maggie’s Social Media Link:https://www.linkedin.com/company/novachiefofstaffhttps://www.instagram.com/novachiefofstaff/https://www.facebook.com/NovaChiefofStaff/https://www.tiktok.com/@novachiefofstaffhttps://www.youtube.com/@novachiefofstaffLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices