Why I Quit My Corporate Job at 25 | Adam Virgili

Why I Quit My Corporate Job at 25 | Adam Virgili

What makes someone walk away from a stable corporate career to build a business from scratch? At just 25 years old, Adam Virgili made that decision. In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Adam shares why he left the corporate world, the mindset behind betting on himself, and what it's really like building a construction company with almost no safety net. But the conversation quickly expands beyond construction. Eric Winegard and Adam dive into entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, freedom, leadership, Patrick Bet-David's influence, balancing ambition with family, and why so many people stay stuck in jobs they don't actually want. In this episode: Why Adam quit corporate America Starting a business at 25 Building Belmonte Building Company Sales vs. operations Why "Sales Solves Everything" The power of digital marketing Meta Ads vs. Google Ads The importance of taking risks Patrick Bet-David's leadership style Building wealth without sacrificing your life Family, freedom, and entrepreneurship If you're building a business, thinking about starting one, or wondering whether the risk is worth it, this conversation is packed with practical lessons and honest perspective. Guest: Adam Virgili Managing Partner, Belmonte Building Co. Website: belmontebuildingcompany.com Instagram: @belmontebuildingco Hosted by: Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Subscribe for weekly conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs, and business leaders sharing the lessons behind their success! Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

The Secret to Building a Family Business That Actually Works | The Nathanson Brothers

Can two brothers build multiple successful businesses without sacrificing family? Dan and Michael Nathanson prove that it's possible. From selling real estate and launching a nationwide mortgage business to growing a construction company and becoming community leaders, the Nathanson brothers share what they've learned about entrepreneurship, leadership, customer service, and building a reputation that lasts.  But this conversation goes beyond business. They discuss growing up with humble beginnings, why referrals outperform cold calling, coaching youth basketball, giving back through nonprofits, leading by example for their children, and why every business should operate with one simple principle: "Do things the right way. When things go wrong, do the right thing." In this episode: *  Building multiple businesses together  *  Family business dynamics  *  Entrepreneurship lessons  *  Real estate and mortgages  *  Hiring great people  *  Growing through referrals  *  Customer service that creates lifelong clients  *  Community leadership  *  Coaching and mentorship  *  Giving back through nonprofits  *  Why reputation is your greatest asset  *  Raising the next generation of leaders  Guests: Dan Nathanson & Michael Nathanson Owners, The Nathanson Family of Companies Instagram: @soldbythebros YouTube: @DigitalMayorsPodcast Hosted by: Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Subscribe for weekly conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and leaders who are building businesses and making an impact! Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

The Story That Left Me Speechless | Facundo Delgado

What started as a conversation about business quickly became something much bigger. Facundo Delgado, founder of The Masters of Disasters, opens up about growing a restoration company, chasing success, rebuilding his faith, mentoring young men aging out of foster care, and why purpose matters more than profit. Along the way, Eric Winegard shares his own childhood experiences in foster care, homelessness, forgiveness, and finding faith later in life, creating one of the most personal conversations ever recorded on the Gold Coast Podcast. In this episode, they discuss: Building a business with purpose Breaking generational cycles Faith, forgiveness, and redemption The foster care system and mentoring young men Why success without purpose feels empty Entrepreneurship and leadership What makes a real man Family, fatherhood, and legacy The power of mentorship Why your greatest blessing may still be ahead of you This isn't just an episode about business. It's about becoming the person you're meant to become. Guest: Facundo Delgado Owner, The Masters of Disasters Instagram: @Themastersofdisasters Hosted by: Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Subscribe for weekly conversations with founders, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and leaders who are building businesses and meaningful lives! Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

He Risked Everything For A Better Life | Luke Clay

Luke Clay didn't come to America with investors, connections, or a business plan. He came with $500, a suitcase, and a willingness to figure it out. In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard sits down with Luke Clay, owner of Xceptional Finishes, to talk about leaving Australia, building a life in the United States, starting a painting business from scratch, and why taking calculated risks changed everything. The conversation goes far beyond painting. They discuss: Why America feels different than Australia The "Tall Poppy Syndrome" holding people back Moving to a new country with almost nothing Building a business from the ground up Why Google Ads transformed his company The importance of personal branding Lessons from entrepreneurship Muay Thai, discipline, and confidence Taking risks when everyone else plays it safe Why success starts with simply showing up Whether you're thinking about starting a business, moving somewhere new, or betting on yourself for the first time, this episode is a reminder that your starting point doesn't determine where you'll end up. Guest: Luke Clay Owner, Xceptional Finishes, Inc. Instagram: @xceptionalfinish Hosted by: Eric Winegard Subscribe to the Gold Coast Podcast for weekly conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs, and industry leaders! Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

How He Escaped Corporate America | Andy Brody

Most people dream about building the next tech startup. Andy Brody went a completely different direction. He bought a small pool route. Today, that decision has grown into Palm Beach Pool & Spa Services, one of South Florida's growing pool service companies built on recurring revenue, systems, SEO, and doing the boring things exceptionally well. In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard sits down with Andy to talk about leaving corporate America after nearly 20 years, buying a business instead of starting one from scratch, and why "boring businesses" are becoming some of the most profitable opportunities in America. They dive into: Why recurring revenue changes everything Buying vs. starting a business The hidden opportunity in home service companies SEO that generates leads every day Building systems that scale Growing through Google instead of paid ads Escaping the corporate world Hiring, delegation, and automation Why operations matter more than most entrepreneurs realize The future of small business acquisitions Whether you're thinking about buying your first business, growing a home service company, or simply looking for a smarter path to entrepreneurship, this conversation is packed with practical lessons you can apply immediately. Guest: Andy Brody Owner, Palm Beach Pool & Spa Services Hosted by: Eric Winegard Subscribe for weekly conversations with founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders on the Gold Coast Podcast! Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!