Episodes

In this episode of Own the Exit , Caleb dives deep into the concept of command presence —the unspoken quality that makes people respect, trust, and follow a leader. He breaks down the psychological triggers behind presence, p...

Most self-made millionaires started earning before they turned 18. Yet schools fail to teach financial literacy, problem-solving, and leadership—skills essential for success. In this episode of Own the Exit , Caleb and Aaron ...

Ever thought about quitting your job to start your own business but never took the leap? In this episode of Own the Exit , Caleb Edwards breaks down the exact steps he’d take to transition from employee to full-time entrepren...

Selling a business is one of the biggest financial moves an entrepreneur can make—but most get it wrong. In this episode of Own the Exit , Aaron and Caleb sit down with Mitch McGinley to break down the real strategies behind ...

In this episode of Own the Exit , Aaron dives into the hidden challenges leaders face when scaling a business. He exposes the common mistakes leaders make, why most fail to develop their teams, and the simple mindset shifts t...

Is oil and gas really a dying industry? In this episode, Caleb and Aaron break down why the mainstream narrative around energy is misleading and how entrepreneurs can take advantage of one of the biggest investment opportunit...

In this episode of Own the Exit, hosts Caleb Edwards and Aaron Leatherdale are joined by John Martinka, the Escape Artist, who has over 25 years of experience helping business owners maximize their exits. Known for his expert...

In this reflective episode of Own the Exit, Aaron Leatherdale takes center stage, sharing the pivotal lessons he’s learned from building multiple successful businesses across diverse industries. From the power of delegation t...

In this episode of Own the Exit , Caleb and Aaron sit down with Ryan VanStone, founder of a rapidly growing multi-location personal injury law firm. Ryan shares his journey from a family-owned marina business to leading a law...

In this solo episode of Own the Exit, Aaron Leatherdale dives deep into the concept of an energy audit, a game-changing tool for optimizing how you spend your time. Inspired by Dan Martell's Buy Back Your Time, Aaron shares h...

In this episode of Own the Exit , Caleb and Aaron tackle one of the toughest challenges for entrepreneurs: balancing the demands of building a thriving business while staying present for your family. With raw honesty and prac...

In this episode of Own the Exit , Aaron and Caleb sit down with Andrew Amann, a trailblazing entrepreneur and AI expert, to explore the inevitable future of business: artificial intelligence. Andrew shares his journey from a ...

In this episode, Aaron Leatherdale discusses the differences between do-it-yourself real estate investing and professional real estate investing, particularly focusing on real estate syndications. He emphasizes the importance...

In this episode of Own the Exit, Caleb and Aaron explore the transformative investment opportunities emerging under the Trump administration's second term. With corporate tax cuts, infrastructure development, and energy dereg...

In this episode of Own the Exit , hosts Aaron and Caleb sit down with fractional COO Joshua Monge to uncover the secrets behind building scalable, efficient businesses. Joshua shares compelling stories of companies struggling...

In this insightful episode of Own The Exit , Caleb and Aaron sit down with Wayne Courreges III, founder of CREI Partners and a Marine Corps veteran, to explore the art of diversification in real estate and beyond. Wayne share...

Too many entrepreneurs fall into the trap of chasing quick fixes and flashy opportunities that promise instant riches. In this episode of On the Exit , Aaron and Caleb break down why playing the long game in business and inve...

Is your entrepreneurial journey stuck in overdrive, chasing every shiny object? In this episode of Own the Exit , Aaron dives into the strategies and mindset needed to move from single-business success to strategic diversific...

What if the secret to business success isn’t smarter work, but harder work—at least at first? In this solo episode of Own the Exit , Caleb dives into the trap of overthinking and why "done is better than perfect." He challeng...

What does it take to turn massive losses into massive wins? George Salas shares his journey from losing $300K in a failed partnership to creating a thriving empire through short-term rentals and strategic business acquisition...

Are you drowning in tasks and stuck in the endless grind of running your business? You’re not alone. In this episode of Own the Exit , Aaron Leatherdale unpacks the transformative power of delegation and hiring. Learn how to ...

In this episode, Caleb and Aaron debunk the myth of overnight success and explore why get rich quick schemes can derail your entrepreneurial journey. They discuss real-life examples like Tiger Woods and Eminem, highlighting t...

In this episode of Own the Exit , Caleb and Aaron break down three common myths that hold entrepreneurs back from success. They challenge the idea that entrepreneurs are born, not made, and emphasize the importance of cultiva...

In this episode of "Own the Exit," Caleb and Aaron tackle one of the most common misconceptions among entrepreneurs: that a big, revolutionary idea is necessary for success. Drawing on real-world examples like Google and thei...