Social Proof Podcast

Social Proof Network
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The #1 Podcast for Entrepreneurs, The Social Proof Podcast, gives entrepreneurs intentional & proven strategies from high-level entrepreneurs daily. Hosted by David Shands & Donni Wiggins, each upload is a masterclass in entrepreneurial growth.  Advertising inquiries contact: advertising@getredcircle.com

  1. 5d ago

    Would You Spend 2 Years In Jail For $20 Million?

    Join the Social Proof community: TheSocialProofCircle.com In this episode, David and Donni dive into real conversations around money, entrepreneurship, risk, freedom, and the psychology behind financial decisions. From “Would you spend 2 years in jail for $20 million?” to “Would you rather make $500K working from home or $1M in the office?” — David asks a series of wild “This or That” questions that force you to really think about how you view money and success. They also break down: Fear vs confidence when investing money Why some entrepreneurs never leave their jobs Paying cash vs financing property The mindset behind high income skills Contractor vs employee culture Money trauma, foreclosure, and financial freedom The book “Happy Money” and how your beliefs affect your bank account This episode is packed with entrepreneur mindset gems, honest stories, and deep conversations about wealth building. 👇 Leave your answers in the comments: Would YOU take 2 years for $20 million? Would you choose $500K from home or $1M in-office? Pay cash or finance? Subscribe for more conversations on entrepreneurship, money, business, mindset, and financial freedom. #SocialProofPodcast #Entrepreneurship #MoneyMindset #BusinessPodcast #DavidShands Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    37 min

  2. May 25

    Why Rich People NEVER Use Their Own Money | Social Proof Podcast

    Get your tickets to Podcast Summit '26 👇🏾 Discount Code - "Summit26" 👇🏾 https://podcastsummit.com Most entrepreneurs are using money the WRONG way. 💰 In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, Herman breaks down how wealthy people leverage credit, funding, and other people’s money to scale businesses faster — without draining their own bank accounts. From funding restaurants and real estate deals to building wealth through strategic debt, this conversation completely changed the way Dave thinks about money, credit, and business growth. In this episode: • How to use funding to grow your business • Why rich people don’t use their own cash • The truth about lines of credit & leverage • How good credit can make you money • The mindset shift entrepreneurs NEED • Building businesses with other people’s money • How funding companies really work • Why betting on yourself matters Whether you’re an entrepreneur, content creator, investor, or business owner — this episode will open your eyes to how wealth is really built. 🎥 SOCIAL PROOF PODCAST Hosted by David Shands #SocialProofPodcast #BusinessCredit #Entrepreneurship #Funding #Credit #WealthBuilding #DavidShands #BusinessFunding #RealEstate #financialfreedom Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1 hr

  3. May 21

    We Created Something We Can’t Control | Social Proof Podcast

    Join the Social Proof Circle community TheSocialProofCircle.com AI is evolving faster than humanity can keep up… In this episode, David Shands & Donni Wiggins dive deep into the terrifying future of AI, social media propaganda, fake internet culture, surveillance, human connection, and what happens when technology starts controlling everything around us. From AI-generated families that fooled the internet… To autonomous vehicles, data centers, social media manipulation, and the loss of real human connection… This conversation gets DARK. Topics Covered: AI & human extinction Fake AI influencers and families The internet becoming “fake” Social media propaganda AI controlling systems & infrastructure Technology vs humanity Relationships in the digital age Politics, power & manipulation Why community matters more than ever SUBSCRIBE for more conversations around entrepreneurship, culture, business, AI, mindset & personal growth. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #SocialProofPodcast #DavidShands #Technology #Future #Podcast #entrepreneurship Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 4m

  4. May 18

    The Content Strategy That Actually Works|

    Join Sevyn's Social Media Bootcamp https://socialmediaishbootcamp.com/podcast-discount Everybody wants to go viral… but what if viral content is actually keeping you broke? In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands sits down with social media strategist Sevyn to break down the REAL reason most entrepreneurs struggle to make money online — even with thousands (or millions) of views. They dive deep into: • Why viral content doesn’t automatically make money • How to turn content into a 24/7 sales machine • The difference between attention vs conversion • Building a personal brand that actually lasts • How brands are paying creators with small followings • Event marketing, affiliate income, and content strategy • The truth about social media, entrepreneurship, and monetization Sevyn also shares her personal journey through depression, entrepreneurship, network marketing, and building a powerful online brand from the ground up. If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, coach, podcaster, or business owner trying to grow online… this episode is a masterclass. 👇 Drop a comment: What’s more important — VIRALITY or PROFIT? #SocialProofPodcast #DavidShands #ContentCreation #Entrepreneurship #PersonalBranding #Marketing #SocialMediaStrategy #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #contentmarketing Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 51m

  5. May 15

    How To Fix Your Credit Yourself | Finance on Fridays

    Check out Dub's SKOOL Community https://www.skool.com/reinvented/about?ref=9b03845650674a04aa6c5edd73869976 Get your tickets to Podcast Summit '26 👇🏾 Discount Code - "Summit26" 👇🏾 https://podcastsummit.com Most people think credit is just for emergencies… but wealthy entrepreneurs use it as leverage. In this episode of Finance on Fridays, we break down the biggest mistakes people make with credit cards, business funding, and financial strategy. From getting denied to maximizing travel perks, business credit, and leverage — this conversation explains why some people stay stuck while others use credit to create opportunities. If you’re only using credit to spend money instead of build wealth… you’re using it wrong. 💳 In This Episode: The biggest credit card mistakes entrepreneurs make Why rich people use credit differently How to leverage points, travel perks & business funding The truth about getting denied for credit Why your mindset around debt matters The difference between spending and leveraging 🔥 Key Takeaway: “Credit isn’t the problem… using it wrong is.” New episodes of Finance on Fridays every week covering: business credit entrepreneurship money mindset wealth building leverage financial literacy Subscribe for more conversations that help entrepreneurs think bigger with money. #FinanceOnFridays #BusinessCredit #Entrepreneurship #MoneyMindset #CreditCards #WealthBuilding #financialliteracyforwomen Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    44 min

  6. May 14

    Comfort Is Quietly Destroying Your Future | Social Proof Podcast

    Join the Social Proof Circle Free for 7 days https://social-proof-circle.circle.so/checkout/spc-guest-pass Thesocialproofcircle.com Most people don’t fail because they lack talent… they fail because they got too comfortable. In this episode of Social Proof, David Shands and Donni Wiggins break down the dangerous side of comfort, discipline, environment, parenting, entrepreneurship, and why so many people stay stuck in average lives. They discuss: • Why your environment controls your future • The truth about discipline and accountability • Why some people never change • The difference between support and enabling • How successful people think differently • Parenting, work ethic, and building successful kids • The airport “black card” story that changed everything • Why comfort can quietly destroy ambition If you’re serious about growth, entrepreneurship, self-development, and building a better life… this conversation will challenge the way you think. Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    57 min

  7. May 11

    She used AI to unlock MILLIONS in Grant Money | Coach K

    What if the money you need for your business is already out there… and you’re just applying the wrong way? In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands sits down with a grant funding expert to break down how entrepreneurs are getting access to FREE money through grants, AI, and strategic applications. They talk about how ChatGPT can help write grant applications, why most entrepreneurs never qualify, and how everyday business owners are landing real funding opportunities. This conversation covers: How to find grants for your businessUsing ChatGPT to help write grant applicationsThe biggest mistakes entrepreneurs makeWhy corporations WANT to give away moneyReal stories of people getting fundedHow to position your business for grantsAI tools every entrepreneur should be usingIf you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or business owner looking for funding, this episode could completely change how you think about money and opportunity. Subscribe for more conversations on entrepreneurship, business, mindset, marketing, and wealth building. #SocialProofPodcast #DavidShands #BusinessGrants #Entrepreneurship #ChatGPT #AIForBusiness #SmallBusiness #Funding #BusinessFunding #GrantWriting Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    50 min

  8. May 8

    The Credit Game Is Different When You Understand Leverage | Finance on Fridays

    To learn more from Dub Washington Join his community! https://www.skool.com/reinvented/about?ref=9b03845650674a04aa6c5edd73869976 Get your tickets to Podcast Summit '26 👇🏾 Discount Code - "Summit26" 👇🏾 https://podcastsummit.com Most people think an 800 credit score means you made it financially… but that’s only part of the game. In this episode of Finance on Fridays, we break down how wealthy entrepreneurs actually use credit, leverage, and funding to build businesses, acquire assets, and scale faster. From business credit cards to authorized users, balance transfers, and building a $1M credit profile — this conversation goes way deeper than “just having good credit.” If you’ve ever wondered why some people use debt to get richer while others stay stuck paying minimum payments… this episode is for you. Our Sponsors: * Check out Cash App and use my code CASHAPP10 for a great deal: https://cash.app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    48 min
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The #1 Podcast for Entrepreneurs, The Social Proof Podcast, gives entrepreneurs intentional & proven strategies from high-level entrepreneurs daily. Hosted by David Shands & Donni Wiggins, each upload is a masterclass in entrepreneurial growth.  Advertising inquiries contact: advertising@getredcircle.com

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