

The Persistent Entrepreneur
David I Hill
Welcome to The Persistent Entrepreneur Podcast, where grit meets inspiration. Join David Hill, two-time author, business coach, world-class sales trainer, top real estate broker, Ironman athlete, and 23 years sober, as he interviews relentless entrepreneurs, visionary business owners, and trailblazing leaders who've mastered the art of perseverance and refusal to quit.
Each week, David uncovers powerful stories of overcoming obstacles, seizing opportunities, and turning persistence into victory. Guided by his mantra, "I exist to persist," David and his guests share actionable strategies and mindset shifts to fuel lasting achievement.
Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this podcast will inspire and equip you to tackle your goals with persistence and purpose. Let's rise, one story at a time!
Each week, David uncovers powerful stories of overcoming obstacles, seizing opportunities, and turning persistence into victory. Guided by his mantra, "I exist to persist," David and his guests share actionable strategies and mindset shifts to fuel lasting achievement.
Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this podcast will inspire and equip you to tackle your goals with persistence and purpose. Let's rise, one story at a time!
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May 24, 2021 • 28min
Live Coaching: How To Win EVERY Listing - David Hill & Karyn Holbrook
Join us on a live coaching call with Karyn Holbrook, all about the key strategies you need to get your listings SIGNED! Interested in any of our coaching programs? Please check out https://davidscoaching.com/! Or you can schedule an exploratory call at https://trycoaching.net/ Get in Touch With David Here: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook... Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmas... OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

May 17, 2021 • 29min
The 1 to 1 Principle with Jim & Jamie Sheils - Author of The Family Board Meeting
Motivated by what he saw as one of the most tragic challenges of modern life, the disconnection of busy entrepreneurs from their families, Jim developed the Family Board Meeting strategy to help business owners bridge the gaps between themselves and their loved ones. Both Jim's message and his book, the Amazon best-seller The Family Board Meeting, have spread around the globe. Often called Crazy Glue for families, Jim's simple frameworks now reach thousands of parents worldwide. Jim is the founder of 18 Summers, a family education company that specializes in workshops and private consulting for entrepreneurs and professionals looking to strengthen their family lives while still succeeding in business. He also owns a real estate investment company in Florida that has done more than $500 million in transactions and is a partner in one the largest build-to-rent ventures in the United States. Jim is an avid surfer and enjoys traveling with family and friends, especially his beautiful wife Jamie and their four children, Alden, Leland, Magnolia, and Sammy. His greatest adventure to date? Donating a kidney to the best guy on the planet, his father. Connect with Jim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/18summerstribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/familyboardmeeting LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimsheils Website: https://www.18summers.com Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

May 10, 2021 • 33min
Live Coaching: Learn to Laugh at Rejection - David Hill & Brandee Davis
Join us on a live coaching call with Brandee Davis, all about finding the courage to make the calls and overcoming your fear of REJECTION! Interested in any of our coaching programs? Please check out https://davidscoaching.com/! Or you can schedule an exploratory call at https://trycoaching.net/ Get in Touch With David Here: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook... Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmas... OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

May 3, 2021 • 33min
Stupid Cancer: How To Conquer Life's Challenges with Matthew Zachary
Ten years after surviving brain cancer at age 21, concert pianist and composer Matthew Zachary created the first health podcast, founded Stupid Cancer, the nonprofit responsible for igniting a global movement advocating for AYA (adolescent young adult) cancer programs and support that brought dignity in the face of health adversity.After stepping down as Stupid Cancer's CEO in 2019, Matthew continues his legacy of building community, galvanizing the patient voice, and blowing up the status quo with OffScrip Media, the first digital health podcast network focused on patient advocacy, education, and empowerment Connect with Matthew: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewzachary LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewzachary/ Website: https://www.matthewzachary.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-patients-with-matthew-zachary/id1482032829 Connect with David: Get in Touch With David Here: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

Apr 26, 2021 • 33min
How To Be a GREAT Entrepreneur! 8 Unbreakable Rules with Sean Castrina
Sean Castrina is a bestselling author of 8 Unbreakable Rules for Business Startup Success and the fictional tale, The Greatest Entrepreneur in the World. His new release is World's Greatest Business Plan written for those who cannot afford to fail. Sean is an active entrepreneur and CEO having started more than 20 companies in the last 25 years. He has guest lectured on entrepreneurship at some of America's finest colleges. He hosts The Ten Minute Entrepreneur, a top 10 business podcast on iTunes. He has a large social media following and is verified on FB and IG. He has shared events with Tony Robbins, John Maxwell, Jon Gordon, and others. Connect with Sean: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seancastrinapage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sean.castrina/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seancastrina/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2DX7lLt3zS37jtDELR3rRw Website: https://seancastrina.com/ Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

Apr 19, 2021 • 40min
Born to Lead with Alex Kuhn
Alex Kuhn, founder of Born to Lead, helps entrepreneurs unlock their unique leadership gift to start & grow a 6,7,8, and even 10-figure business. With more than 200 success stories from around the world, Alex has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur & Buzzfeed. After being one of the top college swim coaches, he started his business journey only to fail in his first 3 years. After a weekend of soul-searching and asking the tough questions, he decided to throw everything out, trust his intuition and just start leading. This shift allowed him to start & sell two businesses prior to going all-in on his life's work. Today, Alex will help you find your SuccessDNA™ and win in business as the one-of-a-kind leader you are. Connect with Alex: Website: https://alex-kuhn.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/alexkuhnco Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mark.kuhn7 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexkuhnco/ Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

Apr 12, 2021 • 48min
The Miracle Mentality: Tap Into the Source of Magical Transformation in Your Life with Tim Storey
Tim Storey is an acclaimed author, speaker, and life coach helping people create the future they desire. He has inspired people from all walks of life, from entertainment legends to professional athletes... from executives to deprived children throughout the world. Using seasoned foundational principles and humor to get honest with people so they can overcome the obstacles that are holding them back. Tim has traveled to seventy-five countries and spoken to millions of people. He often meets privately to counsel high-profile leaders in various industries. Tim has partnered with phenomenal organizations to spread love and hope. Spending time with the Fred Jordan Mission in Los Angeles' Skid Row, Music Unites Day in Los Angeles' Compton schools, and Kid's Haven orphanage in Johannesburg, South Africa. Tim is featured on nationally syndicated Keep the Faith Radio each weekend, providing short inspirational moments and is featured on Steve Harvey TV Facebook LIVE weekly. He was a featured guest on Oprah's SuperSoul Sunday, Steve Harvey TV, Grant Cardone's 10X Growth Con, and many more. Tim has authored multiple books, with the most recent, Comeback & Beyond, being a top seller on Amazon. Tim has two adult children from his previous marriage and lives in Southern California. Connect with Tim: Website: https://www.timstorey.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimStoreyOfficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/timstorey Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

Apr 5, 2021 • 1h 1min
Giselle Ugarte - TikTok & Clubhouse Influencer on PAID vs Organic & How To Use The Platforms
Giselle Ugarte is the Founder & CEO of Action-Forward, which exists to coach and support forward-facing influencers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to use the power of social media to launch new revenue streams, amplify messages and attract meaningful communities. She has a collective following of more than 500,000 worldwide, with TikTok and Clubhouse currently serving as her favorite playgrounds to connect and share (TikTok recognized her as one of the Top 100 Women to Watch in 2021 and she's been featured in AdWeek and Business Insider for her work on Clubhouse.) Connect with Giselle: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GiselleUgarte/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giselleugarte/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GiselleUgarte?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giselleugarte/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giselle.ugarte? Action Forward: www.actionforward/pathtomastery Website: http://www.giselleugarte.com/ Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

Mar 29, 2021 • 35min
Overcoming Fear of Failure with Art Bell
Art Bell is a writer and former media executive known for creating, building, and managing successful cable television channels. His memoir, Constant Comedy: How I Started Comedy Central and Lost My Sense of Humor was just published (September 2020, Ulysses Press). While working at HBO he pitched the idea of a 24-hour comedy network which he helped develop and launch. Art went on to hold senior executive positions in both programming and marketing at Comedy Central. During that time he also coauthored a humor book entitled Web Sightings: A Collection of Websites Wed Like to See. After leaving Comedy Central, Art became President of Court TV, where he was a guiding force behind one of the most successful brand evolutions in cable television. In addition to writing, he plays piano and jazz drums. Art Bell currently resides in Greenwich, Connecticut, and Deer Valley, Utah, with his wife. Find out more about Art Bell at Art Bell, Writer. Connect with Art: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artbell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artbellauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artbellauthor/ Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/

Mar 22, 2021 • 45min
Zillow Killer - Why Are We Upset With Zillow? with James Rembert
James Rembert is the founder of DigitalNatives Inc & The ZillowKiller brand. He is a talented designer and trained marketing strategist who began his journey as a licensed Realtor® in New Jersey. His natural transition to marketing and advertising was birthed out of the misleading and confusing information offered to the real estate industry. This information makes it difficult for Realtors to generate quality leads for their real estate business.While setting out to solve the puzzle of lead generation for his own business, James was able to change the landscape of the real estate marketing industry by not only making lead generation easier to understand but also making it accessible. Connect with James: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zillowkiller Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zillowkiller Website: https://www.jamesrembert.com/ Connect with David: Website- http://www.davidihill.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/hillteam17 LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sales-Playbook-Simple-Strategies-Close/dp/1628652861 Free Gift: https://callreluctance.davidihill.com/ Free 30-minute Coaching Call https://www.trycoaching.net Monthly Training with David- https://35callchallenge.com/ David's Monthly Article – http://www.davidihill.com/5mistakes/ FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/ OUR LEAD PROVIDER SPONSORS VULCAN7 https://www.vulcan7.com/pathtomastery/


