The Brendan Ecker Influence

Brendan Scott Ecker
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The Brendan Ecker Influence is hosted by Brendan Scott Ecker — a 27-year-old American entrepreneur, Michigan real estate agent, CEO of Gold Shark Media Ai, founder of PassRE USA, investor, law enforcement officer, former NCAA two-sport athlete, and author of Beyond the Beat and How I Made My Dorm My Office. Ecker went from a middle-class “Matrix” upbringing to building a fast-growing digital brand, scaling multiple businesses, and growing a YouTube channel with over 27,000 subscribers. With a background in Criminology, law enforcement, and competitive athletics, he blends discipline, strategy, and mindset into everything he teaches. On this podcast, Brendan breaks down the real frameworks behind wealth, business, real estate, marketing, AI, geopolitics, mindset, and personal growth. He discusses the journey in growing his businesses, documenting the wins, failures, and the tactical steps that helped him escape the system and build multiple income streams. The mission: Document the journey, expose the mindset needed to reach the top 1%, and give you the tools to succeed in business and life—faster and smarter. Welcome to the 1%. Pass your real estate exam and become a licensed agent at https://www.passreusa.com! Need a sponsoring broker to get your license activated? Click below! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/get-sponsored-as-an-agent Need a REALTOR®? Work with Brendan Ecker! https:https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/book-consultation Automate your business with Gold Shark Media AI. Start your trial here: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Buy my books! How I Made My Dorm My Office:  https://a.co/d/eY3T6u4 Beyond the Beat: A Guide to Success from Police Officer and Entrepreneur: https://a.co/d/5i3E9kd Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀 https://vidiq.com/BrendanEcker

  1. 2D AGO

    Struggling to turn leads into booked appointments? Try this...

    Send us a text Struggling to turn leads into booked appointments?  I build DONE-FOR-YOU GoHighLevel CRM & automation systems so service businesses (contractors, realtors, HVAC, solar, local services) stop losing money from slow follow-ups and disorganized pipelines. In this short video I show you: - How fast follow-up + smart automation books more appointments - Real examples of SMS, email, voicemail drops & AI responses - My $297–$997 service tiers on Upwork (including audit credit) 👉 Want your own automated system?  Book a Paid Strategy & Automation Audit (fee credited if we build) → https://calendly.com/your-link-here Upwork profile: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~019c996eb21395bf6c?mp_source=share Gold Shark Media: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Why most businesses lose leads 0:20 – What a done-for-you GoHighLevel system looks like 0:45 – Real stats from clients 1:10 – My real estate bonus (IDX + MLS integrations) 1:25 – How to work with me on Upwork GoHighLevel setup, GoHighLevel automation, appointment booking system, CRM for contractors, real estate lead generation, sales funnel automation, SMS follow up, voicemail drop, AI lead follow up, Upwork and GoHighLevel expert. #GoHighLevel #CRMSetup #AppointmentBooking #LeadGeneration #AutomationForBusiness #ContractorMarketing #RealtorLeads #UpworkFreelancer 🔔 Subscribe for more tips on scaling service businesses with automation. Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    2 min

  2. DEC 16

    Dec 16: Sydney Hanukkah Attack, Brown University Manhunt, ISIS Victims, & Rob Reiner Murdered by Son

    Send us a text December 16, 2025 – Brendan Scott Ecker brings the most current, fully verified update on the cluster of tragedies that struck over December 13-14.Strictly factual breakdown covering: • Sydney Bondi Beach Hanukkah terrorist attack: 15 victims confirmed dead (including 10-year-old Matilda, Rabbis Eli Schlanger & Yaakov Levitan, Holocaust survivor Alex Kleytman, French national Dan Elkayam, and others). Father-son perpetrators Sajid & Naveed Akram; ISIS inspiration confirmed. • Brown University shooting: Victims Ella Cook (19) and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov (18) identified; manhunt continues for lone gunman – new surveillance released. • Syria ISIS ambush near Palmyra: U.S. victims named – Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard (29), Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar (25), and civilian interpreter.• Rob Reiner murder: Son Nick Reiner (32) arrested on suspicion of killing Rob Reiner (78) and Michele Singer Reiner (68).  Latest official statements, victim tributes, investigation progress, and measured geopolitical context – no speculation, just the facts as they stand today.Plus short segment on ripple effects: global security alerts, real estate sentiment in Sydney/Providence, gold/digital asset moves amid uncertainty. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Overview 00:45 – Sydney Bondi Beach Attack – Latest Victim Names & Investigation 03:10 – Brown University Shooting – Victims & Ongoing Manhunt 04:50 – Syria ISIS Ambush – U.S. Casualties Named 06:00 – Rob Reiner Case – Arrest Update 07:15 – Official Reactions & Broader Context 08:20 – Projections & Economic Notes 09:00 – Final Thoughts & CTA Subscribe for daily/weekly verified intelligence on geopolitics, markets, and real estate. Like & share to spread the message they want to keep hidden. Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    7 min

  3. DEC 16

    3 December Tragedies in 24 Hours - Mass Shooting False Flags in Sydney and Brown University? Israel says Iran is to Blame? Commentary video - full breakdown with updates coming up.

    Send us a text 3 December Tragedies in 24 Hours - Mass Shooting False Flags in Sydney and Brown University? Israel says Iran is to Blame? Commentary video - full breakdown with updates coming up. In this visual commentary episode, Brendan Scott Ecker shares a more general perspective, breaking down the key facts, official responses, global reactions, and broader implications for security, society, and the economy — without diving into heavy speculation. We look at what happened, why it matters, and practical takeaways for navigating uncertain times (including real estate shifts and safe-haven assets). Short, visual-driven format with news footage-style visuals for clarity. Timestamps: [00:00] – The Dark 24 Hours: Sydney Bondi Beach Hanukkah Attack, Brown University, and ISIS Ambush on U.S. Troops in Syria [04:53] –  Broader Context & Global Reactions  [05:48] – Implications for Security & Society - Factors of Retaliation and Media Propaganda [06:24] – Psyop Activated: Mass Surveillance, Digital ID, Censorship, & Tigher Gun Laws Coming [07:17] – Hitory of America, Western Civilization, & the Founding Fathers [09:13] – Using Grok to Fact Check for the Real Truth (While It's Still Not Suppressed) [11:05] - The Wild West of Ai & Technocratic Warfare - Elevating Consiousness  in Humanity [13:29] - Self-Identity & The Debate on Multiculturalism  [15:30] - The Original American Civilization & Manifest Destiny [19:09] - Outro Like if this helped cut through the noise.Gold Shark Media: ⁠https://www/goldsharkmedia.com. ⁠ DM me for more info on scaling with Ai, real estate, investing, and geopolitical consultations. Like if this helped cut through the noise. Leave a review! Gold Shark Media - Leads, SEO, AI, and CRM: Link in Bio! Real estate insights and business: DM me.  #CurrentEvents #Sydney #BrownUniversity #Syria #RobReiner #NewsCommentary Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    22 min

  4. NOV 15

    How to Actually Scale Your Business (and NOT Lose Money)

    Send us a text What if the difference between momentum and burnout is one boring decision: survive? We pull back the curtain on scaling Gold Shark Media AI—from the rush of early wins to the sting of hiring too fast—and walk through the simple rules that kept us in the game: prioritize sales, protect cash, and make practical choices that extend runway instead of shrinking it. Pass your real estate exam and become a licensed agent at https://www.passreusa.com! Need a sponsoring broker to get your license activated? Click below! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/get-sponsored-as-an-agent Need a REALTOR®? Work with Brendan Ecker! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/book-consultation Automate your business with Gold Shark Media AI. Start your trial here: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Buy my books! How I Made My Dorm My Office:  https://a.co/d/eY3T6u4 Beyond the Beat: A Guide to Success from Police Officer and Entrepreneur: https://a.co/d/5i3E9kd Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀 https://vidiq.com/BrendanEcker We start with the unglamorous truths of growth: how outsourcing led to smarter hiring, how overstaffing cratered margins, and why treating every client like your own business turns churn into retention. Then we go hands-on with our all‑in‑one AI CRM, showing how a single dashboard captures leads, conversations, funnels, tasks, ads, and analytics without juggling five tools. If you’re a realtor, contractor, or agency builder, you’ll hear how white labeling the platform can turn services into a software-powered offer, with clear setup options and monthly plans that match your stage. Along the way, we talk brand strategy that resists narrow boxes. Real estate, media, and AI don’t compete when they tell one coherent story about solving problems in public. We also share a sober look at digital assets: research deeply, avoid hot-money shuffles, and invest with patience. The point isn’t speed; it’s compounding—skills, relationships, testimonials, and systems that add up quarter by quarter. If you’re building while balancing a day job, if you’ve learned the hard way that cash flow beats bravado, or if your tools are running you instead of the other way around, this conversation offers a map and a morale boost. Subscribe for more candid playbooks, share this with a founder who needs a reset, and leave a review with the one process you’ll fix this week. Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    8 min

  5. NOV 1

    The Key Differences Between Employees and Entrepreneurs

    Send us a text Ready to stop waiting for permission and start building leverage? Brendan Scott Ecker—police officer, luxury certified Michigan realtor, and founder of Gold Shark Media AI—pulls back the curtain on the systems that script our choices and the practical playbook for breaking out. We look at how early conditioning teaches compliance, why careers feel safe but stall growth, and how to swap passive routines for a portfolio of smart, repeatable experiments that compound. I walk through the shift from scarcity to abundance by modeling what high performers actually do: run many small tests, expect rejection, and let a single winning idea pay for the rest. We break down time audits, focused prospecting, and reinvestment cycles that expand reach and tilt odds toward breakthrough results. If you’ve been told entrepreneurship is sleazy or risky by default, you’ll hear how blue-collar grit and moral clarity can power honest business, resilient decision-making, and financial freedom. You’ll also hear how media, SEO, and AI-driven lead engines can turn a solid offer into consistent demand, and how real estate—done with expertise—supports long-term wealth. The choice becomes simple: be a player who builds assets and influence, or stay a spectator as others scale. If you’re willing to take the hits, learn faster, and keep shooting, the path opens. Automate your business with Gold Shark Media AI. Start your trial here: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Need a REALTOR®? Work with Brendan Ecker! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/book-consultation Pass your real estate exam and become a licensed agent at https://www.passreusa.com! Need a sponsoring broker to get your license activated? Click below! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/get-sponsored-as-an-agent Buy my books! - How I Made My Dorm My Office:  https://a.co/d/eY3T6u4 - Beyond the Beat: A Guide to Success from Police Officer and Entrepreneur: https://a.co/d/5i3E9kd Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀 https://vidiq.com/BrendanEcker Subscribe for more candid strategies on business growth, mindset, and money. Share this with someone who’s stuck on the sidelines, and leave a review to tell us your boldest 90-day goal—we might feature it next. Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    14 min

  6. OCT 27

    Real Estate Vocabulary on the State Licensing Exam | Try PassRE USA Exam Prep

    Send us a text PassRE USA Real Estate Exam Prep is designed for future real estate agents and entrepreneurs looking to master the real estate game. 1,300 state exam practice questions, 200+ vocab terms with definitions, chapter lesson e-books, interactive videos, 20 free practice questions, and more! Relevant for ALL 50 STATES! Pass your real estate exam and become a licensed agent at https://www.passreusa.com Need a sponsoring broker to get your license activated? Click below! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/get-sponsored-as-an-agent Need a REALTOR®? Work with Brendan Ecker! https:https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/book-consultation Automate your business with Gold Shark Media AI. Start your trial here: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Buy my books! How I Made My Dorm My Office:  https://a.co/d/eY3T6u4 Beyond the Beat: A Guide to Success from Police Officer and Entrepreneur: https://a.co/d/5i3E9kd Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀 https://vidiq.com/BrendanEcker Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    2 min

  7. OCT 26

    Pass Your Real Estate Exam | State Exam Prep Study Guide for Realtors

    Send us a text Ready to pass your real estate licensing exam on the first try? We share a focused, step-by-step plan that targets the national portion most candidates struggle with, using trusted sources, clear structure, and realistic practice that mirrors PSI, Pearson VUE, and AMP testing styles. From agency law to contracts, financing to valuation, and disclosures to real estate math, we break complex ideas into plain English and show you how to apply the rules under pressure. Sign up and Try 20 Free Practice Questions: https://www.passreusa.com We start by clarifying what’s actually tested nationwide and why a national-first strategy saves time. Then we map the course: 1,300+ practice questions, chapter e-books, interactive videos, downloadable PDFs, shuffle mode, and final exam simulations that train pacing and accuracy. You’ll hear how we source and cite content from respected texts, federal statutes like Fair Housing, RESPA, and TILA, USPAP standards, and state exam outlines—so you’re learning aligned material, not random trivia. You’ll get a practical study path: read each chapter, quiz until you’re at 80% or better, and finish with full simulations to confirm readiness. We also highlight real-world scenarios, ethics, and exam-day tactics—like triaging questions, flagging tough items, and trusting category recognition to guide your reasoning. No ethical instructor promises a pass, but a disciplined plan, accurate content, and deliberate practice make first-try success a realistic goal. If you’re new to real estate, switching careers, or retaking the test, this guide helps you study smarter and walk into the testing center confident. Subscribe, share with a friend who’s prepping, and leave a review telling us which topic you want covered next. Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

    3 min

  8. OCT 26

    How To Buy Your First House Without Guesswork

    Send us a text Ready to stop guessing your way into homeownership and start using a proven playbook? We walk through seven practical steps that take you from motive to mortgage, so you know exactly what to do, when to do it, and why it matters for your long-term wealth. Hire Brendan as Your REALTOR®: https://www.BrendanEckerRealty.com We start with purpose, because a clear why shapes every decision after that—budget, neighborhood, loan type, and even how much renovation risk you should take. Then we separate good debt from bad debt and show how small changes to your debt-to-income ratio and credit score can swing your buying power. You’ll learn why lenders care about seasoned funds, how to plan for closing costs and inspections, and the documents you need to make underwriting smooth, including W-2s, tax returns, or clean self-employed financials. From there, we map the lender conversation: preapproval that actually means something, choosing between conventional, FHA, VA, or portfolio products, and deciding when to lock a rate. We also dig into the value of the right realtor—how sharp pricing, clear contingencies, and tight timelines make your offer stand out without overpaying. Finally, we demystify escrow and closing, from ordering inspections to handling appraisal surprises and protecting your financing until the wire clears. Along the way, we talk market opportunities, mindset, and how to position yourself for the next move, whether that’s a first home, a multifamily, or a luxury listing. If this guide helps, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s house hunting, and leave a quick review telling us which step you’re tackling next. Your feedback helps more buyers find a clear path to the front door. Pass your real estate exam and become a licensed agent: https://www.passreusa.com! Need a sponsoring broker to get your license activated? Click below! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/get-sponsored-as-an-agent Need a REALTOR®? Work with Brendan Ecker! https:https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/book-consultation Automate your business with Gold Shark Media AI. Start your trial here: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Buy my books! How I Made My Dorm My Office:  https://a.co/d/eY3T6u4 Beyond the Beat: A Guide to Success from Police Officer and Entrepreneur: https://a.co/d/5i3E9kd Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀 https://vidiq.com/BrendanEcker Support the show Please leave a review if this show brings you value. We'd love your feedback so we can improve it and make it better for you! Also be sure to buy one of my books! Link Below. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brendan+ecker&i=stripbooks&crid=1VUZG3NL89CXQ&sprefix=brendan+ec%2Cstripbooks%2C107&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_10

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The Brendan Ecker Influence is hosted by Brendan Scott Ecker — a 27-year-old American entrepreneur, Michigan real estate agent, CEO of Gold Shark Media Ai, founder of PassRE USA, investor, law enforcement officer, former NCAA two-sport athlete, and author of Beyond the Beat and How I Made My Dorm My Office. Ecker went from a middle-class “Matrix” upbringing to building a fast-growing digital brand, scaling multiple businesses, and growing a YouTube channel with over 27,000 subscribers. With a background in Criminology, law enforcement, and competitive athletics, he blends discipline, strategy, and mindset into everything he teaches. On this podcast, Brendan breaks down the real frameworks behind wealth, business, real estate, marketing, AI, geopolitics, mindset, and personal growth. He discusses the journey in growing his businesses, documenting the wins, failures, and the tactical steps that helped him escape the system and build multiple income streams. The mission: Document the journey, expose the mindset needed to reach the top 1%, and give you the tools to succeed in business and life—faster and smarter. Welcome to the 1%. Pass your real estate exam and become a licensed agent at https://www.passreusa.com! Need a sponsoring broker to get your license activated? Click below! https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/get-sponsored-as-an-agent Need a REALTOR®? Work with Brendan Ecker! https:https://www.brendaneckerrealty.com/book-consultation Automate your business with Gold Shark Media AI. Start your trial here: https://www.goldsharkmedia.com Buy my books! How I Made My Dorm My Office:  https://a.co/d/eY3T6u4 Beyond the Beat: A Guide to Success from Police Officer and Entrepreneur: https://a.co/d/5i3E9kd Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀 https://vidiq.com/BrendanEcker

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  • Creator
    Brendan Scott Ecker
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 The Brendan Ecker Influence
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