Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ John Gafford on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thejohngafford/ Order John's Book "Escaping The Drift" https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/escaping-the-drift-john-gafford/1147396656;jsessionid=410BEA046B373B914923098FCD9182AC.prodny_store02-atgap08?ean=9798895150771&st=AFF&2sid=Linktree%20Inc_100589976_NA&sourceId=AFFLinktree%20Inc This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with John Gafford — luxury real-estate entrepreneur, speaker, media personality and host of the hit podcast Escaping the Drift. John shares how he transformed a hospitality start-up into a top-performing brokerage and multiple business ventures, then built a personal brand around helping others stop living on autopilot and start leading with purpose. 🔍 Episode Highlights * From owning a college bar in his early 20s to founding Simply Vegas — a luxury real-estate firm known for exceptional results and a selective high-performance culture. * John’s transformation from appearing on The Apprentice to becoming a top business coach and media host — and how that pivot taught him the importance of surrounding yourself with winners. * The mindset framework John uses: Resilience, Grace, Passion, Humility and Empathy — and how leading with these values creates sustainable business growth. * Why he believes most entrepreneurs fail because they fall in love with their idea instead of solving real problems — illustrated by the story of his failed supplement company. * Actionable strategies Ross and John unpack for listeners: how to break out of passive living, how to build a culture of excellence, and how to scale with integrity. 📌 Summary If you’re ready to break out of autopilot, build meaningful wealth, and lead a life of purpose — this conversation with John Gafford is packed with real-world lessons, mindset shifts and tactical takeaways. Ross’s interview style pulls no punches, making this more than a story—it’s a blueprint for change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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