Finding the right mentor can change the trajectory of your business, career, and life.

Brian sits down with Josh Roosen to discuss how to find the right mentor, why mentorship accelerates success, and what separates great mentors from everyone else. They also dive into entrepreneurship, sales, real estate investing, networking, and the power of surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to grow.

Whether you're starting a business, investing in real estate, or looking to level up your career, this episode will help you choose the right mentor, avoid common mistakes, and accelerate your path to success.

Keywords

Real estate, mentorship, entrepreneurship, sales, multifamily

Key Topics

Josh's background and early influences The impact of mentorship and community Transition from employment to entrepreneurship Sales skills and their role in real estate The importance of taking action and learning by doing Building a real estate portfolio starting with a single property The value of mentorship and vetting mentors Creating a culture of care and community in business Lessons learned from failures and pivots The importance of discipline and long-term vision

Resources

Multifamily Wealth Nation - https://multifamilywealthnation.com

The Forge - https://www.forgingbettermen.com/

Why do so many men in their 30s and 40s feel like they're falling behind?

Cody Laughlin and Brian Alfaro explore the pressure to keep up with career goals, financial success, marriage, fatherhood, health, and personal growth. They discuss how comparison, social media, and unrealistic expectations can leave even successful men feeling stuck.

If you've ever thought, "I thought I'd be further along by now," this conversation will help you stop comparing yourself to others, redefine success, and focus on the progress you've already made.

Key Topics

The impact of social media on self-perception How to stop feeling behind The importance of defining personal success The role of gratitude in mental health Strategies for self-reflection and progress tracking The dangers of comparison and social influence Balancing ambition with well-being The concept of progress over perfection Actionable steps to manage feelings of inadequacy

Chapters

00:00 Feeling Behind As A Man 02:21 Personal Reflections: Financial and Parenting Expectations 03:07 Societal Pressures: The Impact of Social Media 05:59 The Cost of Feeling Behind: Mental and Emotional Toll 08:42 Defining Success: Personal vs. Societal Expectations 11:34 Strategies to Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy 13:18 Actionable Steps: Moving Forward with Purpose 28:30 Closing

Resources

The Forge - https://www.forgingbettermen.com/

Anthony Vicino joins Brian for a powerful conversation about the invisible labels that shape our lives—and how they can quietly become the very thing holding us back.

From being told ADHD was a limitation, to building a $100 million real estate business, to navigating the fallout of a devastating business failure and bankruptcy, Anthony shares hard-earned lessons on identity, responsibility, resilience, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we are.

Together, they discuss why victim mentality is so dangerous, how successful people navigate failure, the importance of vulnerability, and why the labels we accept often become the limits we live within. If you've ever felt stuck, underestimated, or defined by your past, this conversation will challenge the way you see yourself.

Key Topics

Turning ADHD into a superpower The importance of self-awareness and ownership Overcoming failure and building resilience The impact of labels and mindset shifts The role of vulnerability in personal growth

Chapters

01:10 Anthony's Background 05:13 Transforming ADHD into a Superpower 11:04 The Impact of Labels on Identity 14:35 Leveraging ADHD for Business Success 17:40 Self-Awareness and Responsibility 21:03 Navigating Challenges and Accountability 26:20 Lessons from Failure and Vulnerability 34:09 The Power of Sharing Your Story and Building Community 39:09 Final - Outro

Resources

The Forge - https://www.forgingbettermen.com/

Anthony's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theanthonyvicino/ Anthony's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/AnthonyVicino