From The Ground Up Show

Brian Gottlieb – from $3000 start-up to $1 Billion in Sales – scaling the right way

What does it actually take to scale a business to $1,000,000,000 in sales in just 12 years—and sustain it? In this episode of From the Ground Up, we sit down with Brian for a rare, behind-the-scenes conversation about rapid growth, disciplined leadership, and the systems required to operate at the highest levels of business. Brian shares how he built and lead a company that reached nine figures—and then ten—without chasing hype or shortcuts. This episode dives into what really drives scalable success: building the right teams, understanding marketing at scale, creating accountability, and staying focused on long-term value instead of short-term wins. Brian also talks about how his perspective evolved over time, why mentorship and developing people became central to his mission, and what separates businesses that grow fast from those that grow right. If you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or business owner who wants insight from someone who’s actually operated at the billion-dollar level—not just talked about it—this episode delivers. Real experience. Real numbers. Real leadership. Press play and hear what it takes to build from the ground up—at scale. #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #ScalingABusiness #BusinessGrowth #BillionDollarBusiness #FromTheGroundUp Connect with From The Ground Up Show:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com] https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p [https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p] https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow [https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow] https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/ [https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/] tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06 [http://tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06] https://x.com/FTGUshow [https://x.com/FTGUshow]   Watch the video show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DWkcJrRAvTM [https://youtu.be/DWkcJrRAvTM]     Appear on the Show as an expert guest or ask a question of Erick and one of his guests:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com]   Guest Links: https://briangottlieb.com/ [https://briangottlieb.com/] https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Hammer-Approach-Leadership-Performance/dp/B0DGLZ7B4B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36DIUGZJZMMX2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DSK2lpjypxRLSS518TGXPP9MMyLly2C0F3e3idlc9UQnWQOQJWrizF1PmwSh7hakyaDlETNFTTi2gXWMGS6Yb3IziqJ1ArDFFGZgDUeYFwyU1KATOa3xDb4VgrX_zgaWvETccxRHQVaq704dEzX1slAC5_s9VzFQNxR_a0yjBtL4eo5xT2yMdZNzQVWHbmYRxifZqPpyHuflA1IufWbNzjBZwcYgEA96uif4YJ5HybI.1SnN3LB7I6LJTZaDJHzl5sQ56UUdSMWVEFUwqEMZSf4&dib_tag=se&keywords=beyond+the+hammer&qid=1769200068&sprefix=beyond+the+hammer%2Caps%2C299&sr=8-1

Adam Weatherby - Faith, Leadership, and the Responsibility of a Legacy Brand

What does it look like to lead a legacy American firearms company with conviction, humility, and purpose? In this episode of From The Ground Up Show, Erick Loden interviews Adam Weatherby, Owner and CEO of Weatherby Firearms, about leadership, stewardship, and the responsibility that comes with carrying a historic family name. Adam shares how his Christian faith and years spent working in ministry shaped his leadership philosophy, decision-making, and approach to people. They discuss maintaining quality at scale, building strong company culture, and leading with integrity in a demanding, highly visible industry. This is an honest conversation about faith, business, and what it means to lead with purpose — not ego.   Connect with From The Ground Up Show:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com] https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p [https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p] https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow [https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow] https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/ [https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/] tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06 [http://tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06] https://x.com/FTGUshow [https://x.com/FTGUshow]   Watch the video show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P-eO8cr7KYE [https://youtu.be/P-eO8cr7KYE]   Appear on the Show as an expert guest or ask a question of Erick and one of his guests:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com]   Guest Links: https://weatherby.com/ [https://weatherby.com/]    #AdamWeatherby #WeatherbyFirearms #FromTheGroundUpShow LeadershipPodcast   #FaithInBusiness #ChristianLeadership #AmericanManufacturing

Brie Reis – From Addiction to Executive Leadership – A woman of color in the trades

In this episode of From the Ground Up Show, Erick Loden sits down with Brie Reese, COO of Elite Roofing, Denver Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, and a nationally respected coach in the roofing and construction industry. Brie shares her powerful journey from addiction and personal struggle to executive leadership, detailing how recovery, discipline, and radical personal accountability shaped her approach to business and life. From overcoming substance abuse to helping scale one of Denver’s fastest-growing roofing companies, Brie offers a raw and honest look at what it really takes to rebuild—personally and professionally. This conversation goes deep into leadership development, operational scaling, company culture, and the mindset required to lead teams while maintaining integrity, family balance, and long-term vision. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, contractor, or leader navigating growth and adversity, this episode delivers practical insights and hard-earned wisdom from someone who has lived it.   Connect with From The Ground Up Show:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com] https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p [https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p] https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow [https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow] https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/ [https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/] tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06 [http://tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06] https://x.com/FTGUshow [https://x.com/FTGUshow]   Watch the video show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Di3tKOPyXFk [https://youtu.be/Di3tKOPyXFk]   Appear on the Show as an expert guest or ask a question of Erick and one of his guests:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com]   Guest Links: https://elite-roofs.com/ [https://elite-roofs.com/] https://www.theroofingacademy.com/ [https://www.theroofingacademy.com/] #FromTheGroundUpShow #BusinessPodcast #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Construction #AddictionRecovery #PersonalGrowth

Mike Riddle - Losing it All and Building it Back

In this episode of From The Ground Up, Mike Riddle shares the unfiltered story of giving up his teaching career to start and construction company only to watch his construction business unravel during a market crash, navigating bankruptcy, and making the difficult decision to start over from scratch. Mike walks through the hard lessons learned, the mental toll of rebuilding after failure, and what it really takes to regain momentum when experience is the only thing you have left. This conversation dives into resilience, risk, humility, and the long road back—offering practical insight for entrepreneurs, builders, and anyone who’s had to rebuild their life or business when the odds were stacked against them. If you’ve ever faced loss, uncertainty, or the fear of starting over, this episode is proof that success isn’t about avoiding failure—it’s about how you rebuild from it. #Entreprenuer #Construction #FromTheGroundUpShow #Bankrupt #SelfEmployed Connect with From The Ground Up Show:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com] https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p [https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p] https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow [https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow] https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/ [https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/] tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06 [http://tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06] https://x.com/FTGUshow [https://x.com/FTGUshow]   Watch the video show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C4ea8HnaBQ0 [https://youtu.be/C4ea8HnaBQ0]   Appear on the Show as an expert guest or ask a question of Erick and one of his guests:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com]   Guest Links: https://riddleconstruction.co/ [https://riddleconstruction.co/]

Dave Loden - From Zero to Hero Starting with Nothing and Making it Work

Don’t miss the story that started it all—the journey that inspired From The Ground Up. In this episode, Dave Loden shares how he launched a new business with zero prior experience in a failing market—and turned it into a respected regional force. Along the way, he reflects on the hard lessons, pivotal decisions, and mindset shifts that made it possible. Plus, hear unforgettable stories from his time serving as a Captain in Search and Rescue that shaped his leadership and resilience when it mattered most. #Entreprenuer #Roofing #FromTheGroundUpShow #searchandrescue #SelfEmployed Connect with From The Ground Up Show:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com] https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p [https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-k9p] https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow [https://www.facebook.com/fromthegroundupshow] https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/ [https://www.instagram.com/fromthegroundupshow/] tiktok.com/@from.the.ground.u06 https://x.com/FTGUshow [https://x.com/FTGUshow]   Watch the video show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ql_ot01_9_4 [https://youtu.be/Ql_ot01_9_4]   Appear on the Show as an expert guest or ask a question of Erick and one of his guests:  https://fromthegroundupshow.com [https://fromthegroundupshow.com]