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2 APR

One Bad Decision Can Destroy Everything You Built | Social Proof Podcast

What if everything you built… could fall apart because of one decision? In this episode of Between the Wins, we dive into a real conversation that starts light—but quickly turns serious. From concert stories to shocking revelations, this episode exposes how choices, discipline, and character can shape (or destroy) your legacy. We break down: How fast success can blind judgment The danger of feeling “above the rules” Why discipline matters more than talent Real-life situations where one decision changed everything This isn’t just a conversation… it’s a wake-up call. 🎯 If you’re building something—your career, brand, or future—this episode is for you. 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Can one bad decision really destroy everything? Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2 Apr

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1hr 28min
19 JAN

Selling Money Is a Real Business (Here’s How It Works) Stedman Bailey | Social Proof Podcast

What separates entrepreneurs who thrive from those who struggle? On this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, Sted dives deep into scaling your business, mastering metrics, building the right team, and making smart financial moves — all while staying focused and avoiding the regrets most entrepreneurs face. From managing fluctuating revenue to getting funding without losing control, he shares real-life strategies that helped him build a seven-figure business by 29. Plus, he opens up about relationships, money mindset, and lessons you won’t hear anywhere else. What you’ll learn in this episode: * How to double down on what’s working to safely grow revenue 📈 * The importance of tracking metrics to make data-driven business decisions 📊 * How to hire and manage A-players to fuel your business growth 👥 * Revenue-based funding explained: helping others get money while making money yourself 💰 * The truth about money, investment, and building long-term wealth 💎 * Balancing life, relationships, and business at high speed Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Jan

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1hr 30min
30/10/2025

The Most Delusional Man in the Room, You’re Just Not Bold Enough | Social Proof Podcast #546

From 2 Chainz to $500K in Donations — Charlie Jabaley “Delusional” Blueprint for Miracles Before the cameras even started rolling, Charlie Jabaley told David Shands something unforgettable: “Something huge is going to happen today.” That moment set the tone for a conversation about faith, delusion, and undeniable action. Charlie breaks down how he manifested a half-million-dollar Hasbro deal, turned a Christmas sweater with 2 Chainz into a $2.1 million viral brand, and why he believes the craziest people often make the biggest impact. This is the real story behind The Most Delusional Man in the Room — how confidence, creativity, and a little bit of “crazy” turned dreams into tangible wins. 🎙️ Full episode of The Social Proof Podcast with David Shands Subscribe for more stories that prove: It’s not luck. It’s action. 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY TODAY: https://www.themorningmeetup.com Grab the Podcast EBOOK👇🏾 **http://www.podcastebook.com David on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dshands/ #entrepreneurship #business #howto #podcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30/10/2025

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1hr 39min
18/12/2025

How to Survive When Feels Easier to Quit on Yourself and Your Business | Social Proof Podcast

There are seasons in life where it feels like nothing is working — business gets harder, relationships feel heavier, and no matter what you do, it feels like you’re getting hit over and over again. This episode is for anyone who feels like they’re in a storm right now. In this conversation, we talk honestly about: Why life feels heavier than ever What storm seasons really look like (and why they don’t mean you’re failing) The danger of isolation when you’re struggling Why big goals can actually hurt you during certain seasons How to stabilize instead of forcing growth The mindset shift that helps you survive — and eventually heal This isn’t about hustle. This isn’t about pushing harder. This is about acknowledging the storm, protecting your mental health, and learning how to move forward without breaking yourself. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, discouraged, or questioning yourself — you’re not alone. And this episode might be exactly what you needed to hear. 👇 Comment your biggest takeaway 📤 Share this with someone who’s going through a storm 📌 Subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18/12/2025

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1hr 2min
27/11/2025

How to Rank #1 on AI Search Engines (Perplexity, ChatGPT, Google Gemini)

In this episode, David sits with Harry to decode the exact system behind AI discovery and ranking. They unpack how search actually works under the hood, why most businesses don’t show up when AI scans the web, and the mistakes founders make when they assume talent or a good idea equals visibility. You’ll learn the practical side of authority signals, digital PR, indexing, competitor comparison behavior, and financial reality inside service-based businesses. They also hit the leadership and scaling lessons that come from building teams across borders, managing margins, and making marketing work in a world where AI is the new search engine. 🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple 📩 Business inquiries: billing@realsocialproof.com 🔥 Subscribe for more episodes. 👥 Join The Social Proof Community: 🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations Follow David on IG https://www.instagram.com/dshands/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27/11/2025

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1hr 11min
19 FEB

The Hardest Part of Success? Keeping It.

Get your tickets to Podcast Summit '26 👇🏾 Discount Code - "Summit26" 👇🏾 https://podcastsummit.com 👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾 Most entrepreneurs think high income equals wealth. It doesn’t. In this episode, we break down the uncomfortable truth: Revenue is not security. Cash flow is not freedom. And one good year doesn’t make you wealthy. We unpack: Why high-earning entrepreneurs still go brokeThe difference between income and assetsLifestyle inflation and the “flex trap”Why your revenue resets to zero every yearHow to build a financial baseline that pays you backThe real reason celebrities and founders still “have to work”Why reinvention is necessary for long-term successIf your business stopped tomorrow… Would you still get paid? This conversation is about turning active income into long-term wealth — and building something that outlives your hustle. Whether you're a 6-figure founder, scaling to 7 figures, or just getting momentum, this episode will challenge how you think about money, growth, and stability. Because income can disappear. Assets don’t. Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Feb

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1hr 4min
18/11/2025

From $4M in Debt to 86 Companies Worth $1B. How He Did It

Eddie Wilson, entrepreneur, investor, and creator of the Empire Operating System, sits down with Social Proof to break down the blueprint behind scaling, buying, and exiting companies at the highest level. In this episode, he reveals: • How he sold 76 companies in a single year • The Empire Operating System phases: Startup, Perseverance, Viability, Scale, Succession • How he identifies distressed vs. high-opportunity companies • The “Brick” KPI that grows every business • Why the Aspire Tour “loses money” on purpose • How he built a $400M portfolio in under 3 years • How he balances fatherhood and entrepreneurship • Why most founders fail at leadership • His mission to fund orphanages, clean water projects & global education If you’re building a business, trying to scale your first million, or want to understand how real private equity plays work — this is required watching. 🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple 📩 Business inquiries: [your email] 🔥 Subscribe for more episodes. 👥 Join The Social Proof Community: 🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations Follow David on IG https://www.instagram.com/dshands/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18/11/2025

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57 min
28 FEB

They’ve Built Millionaires — The AI Blueprint for Your First $1,000,000

What does it really take to make your first $1,000,000? In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, you’re hearing from entrepreneurs who have built millionaires, scaled digital businesses, and generated eight figures — and now they’re breaking down the AI blueprint behind it. This isn’t theory. This isn’t motivation. This is infrastructure. We cover: The exact mindset shift required to make your first millionHow AI is accelerating business growth in 2026Why most partnerships fail (and how they merged successfully)The real reason people struggle with high-ticket offersHow to build fulfillment systems that don’t get you called a scammerWhy marketing + consistency beats talentThe difference between hustle and structureThey’ve helped entrepreneurs access funding, scale to $100K months, and create real client results — but the real secret isn’t hype. It’s systems. It’s positioning. It’s execution. If you’re serious about building a million-dollar business, this episode will challenge how you think about: OffersPricingAI leverageMarketing consistencyClient fulfillmentAnd most importantly — your confidence. This isn’t for dabblers. This is for builders. 🎯 Watch until the end if you want the blueprint to go from $0 to $1M with clarity instead of chaos. Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Feb

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1hr 41min
14/11/2025

She Needs 2 MILLION Dollars To Survive | Social Proof #548

In this powerful Social Proof episode, host David Shands sits down with Kim Lewis, founder and CEO of CurlMix, the Black-owned natural hair care brand that nearly went bankrupt after raising over $10 million and generating $40 million in lifetime sales. Kim opens up about how she reached a breaking point — with –$18,000 in her account, investors backing away, and a community of loyal customers who’d been with her since Shark Tank. Instead of hiding, she made the bold choice to go public, launching the #ProtectCurlMix campaign: a plea for 20,000 orders by December 31st to keep her factory open and her Chicago team employed. Throughout the conversation, Kim and David unpack what it means to lead transparently under pressure: • Why venture-backed startups can grow fast but still be unprofitable. • The tension between doing good for the community and surviving as a business. • The mental toll of leadership, failure, and staying authentic when everything’s on the line. • How CurlMix customers literally own 50% of the company, and why Kim believes community equity is the future of entrepreneurship. By the end, the story shifts from fear to hope — showing how honesty, community, and accountability can become a company’s greatest lifeline. Subscribe to the Social Proof Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QM1w9I... 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY TODAY: https://www.themorningmeetup.com Grab the Podcast EBOOK👇🏾 http://www.podcastebook.com David on IG : / dshands Follow Curlmix / curlmix Follow Kim! / kimlewisceo Website https://curlmix.com/ 👥 Join The Social Proof Community: 🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14/11/2025

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1 hr
16/10/2025

When Your Partner Outshines You: Balancing Ego, Love & Business | Social Proof Podcast

It started with Ayesha Curry — but it’s not about her.It’s about anyone who’s ever supported someone else’s dream while feeling unseen. In this episode of The Social Proof Podcast, David Shands and Donni Wiggins dive deep into what happens when one person gets the spotlight — in marriage, business, or friendship — and the other plays the background. You’ll hear:💬 The real meaning behind Ayesha Curry’s comments — and why so many partners relate.💬 Donni’s story of a business partnership that fell apart over credit and spotlight.💬 How David handles team members who want to grow beyond his platform.💬 What it takes to stay aligned when success changes the dynamic. If you’ve ever felt overlooked in a relationship or partnership — this one will hit home. 📺 Watch, comment, and share your take: Are you the star, or the support? #SocialProofPodcast #DavidShands #DonniWiggins #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPartnership #EgoAndSuccess Our Sponsors: * Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16/10/2025

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47 min

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